1982 Holden Statesman vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 323 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Statesman | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Statesman | Monza |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1397 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |